
Hunt: Showdown 1896
In the murky bayous of 1896 Louisiana, death lurks in every shadow. Hunters stalk nightmarish creatures for bounty, but greed turns brother against brother. The air reeks of gunpowder and decay as unholy abominations roam. Only the ruthless survive in this godforsaken land.





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- Competitive PvPvE horror shooter set in 1896 Louisiana
- Unique blend of monster hunting and player combat
- Permanent death system with high-stakes gameplay
- Atmospheric sound design crucial for survival
- Period-accurate weapons with detailed ballistics
- Dark and gritty supernatural Western setting
Description
Hunt: Showdown delivers an intense bounty hunting experience in a dark, supernatural vision of 1896 Louisiana. Players compete to track and banish fearsome monsters while facing the constant threat of rival hunters in a uniquely atmospheric setting. The game's innovative sound design and high-stakes permadeath system create unparalleled tension, where every decision can mean the difference between escaping with bounty or losing everything.
Product Features
Hunt: Showdown revolutionizes competitive gaming by masterfully blending PvP and PvE elements in a haunting historical setting. The game's core loop challenges players to track supernatural monsters across Louisiana's swamps and abandoned settlements while competing against other hunters for bounties. Each match combines careful stealth, strategic positioning, and intense firefights, where a single mistake can cost a hunter their life and equipment. The game's unique approach to sound design creates a tense atmosphere where audio cues become crucial for survival. Every action, from breaking twigs to firing weapons, produces distinct sounds that can reveal a player's position to nearby hunters. This acoustic gameplay layer adds a unique strategic element, forcing players to carefully consider their movements and actions. Combat features historically inspired weapons with realistic handling and ballistics, each requiring mastery of specific characteristics like reload times, effective ranges, and bullet travel. The progression system allows players to unlock new weapons and tools, but the permadeath mechanic means losing a hunter results in the loss of their equipment, creating high-stakes decisions in every encounter. The dark and atmospheric world is filled with various AI-controlled threats, from basic zombies to fearsome boss monsters, each requiring different tactics to overcome. Environmental hazards and interactive elements add tactical depth, allowing players to set traps or use the environment to their advantage.